High fat and calorie levels feed fire, tests conducted by the University of Greenwich show. Fire investigators learned about the potential for crisps to be used to start fires after talking to colleagues in the prison service, ...
Other
Oct 9, 2019
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Volkswagen is planning to release a fully-electric SUV in China which could compete with Tesla's Model X.
Automotive
Apr 15, 2019
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In a new study, Indiana University scientists found toxic flame retardants in newly manufactured children's car seats, sparking concerns about children's health. Of the 18 children's car seats tested, 15 contained new or ...
Environment
Dec 3, 2018
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Researchers at the University of Sheffield have successfully used computer simulated models and medical imaging to test the strength of young children's bones, producing results which could help car seat manufacturers design ...
Engineering
Mar 13, 2018
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Booster seats, car seats and seat belts are equally effective at saving the lives of children, while booster seats top the others at reducing minor injuries specifically among children ages 8-12, according to Montana State ...
Engineering
Jan 3, 2018
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So far this year, 39 U.S. infants and toddlers have died of heat stroke due to being left unattended in hot cars. In an effort to prevent such tragedies, two Harvard students are developing a tech-driven car seat alert system.
Engineering
Nov 4, 2016
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The 2016 Buick Enclave is an attractive option for big families needing a roomy, feature-packed crossover sport utility vehicle that seats up to eight people.
Other
Dec 23, 2015
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Imagine climbing into your car seat exhausted but knowing you have to keep awake for the long drive home.
Hi Tech & Innovation
Sep 16, 2015
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It's a tragedy that happens multiple times every year: An average of 38 children die each year after being left in hot cars. Five recent Rice University graduates have designed a new car seat accessory that can not only protect ...
Engineering
May 21, 2015
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Alternatives to leather made from animal hides have been around for decades. Synthetic leather is in our car seats and our stylish jackets. But materials used to make faux-leather are also highly toxic.
Other
Apr 30, 2015
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